Daneilla McLaughlin

Novermber 7, 2023

Curfew underway in Duanvale following quadruple murder

Following last month's quadruple murder in the Duanvale community, Trelawny police and soldiers imposed a 8:00 p.m. curfew in the community a week ago.

Most citizens obeyed the curfew order of the police and military personnel but expressed their annoyance with it. A few citizens were unwilling to adhere to the order.

Cook shops and corner shops were closed as early as 7:30 p.m. last week, and citizens rushed home in order to prevent the police from warning them.

During a church service on Friday night, members of the church were cognizant of the curfew order. Church members frequently checked the time and constantly reminded the leaders that they should end service early so that the church members could reach home before the curfew. The church service ended in time and the members rushed home as the police and soldiers patrolled the community.

One night bar appeared to be closed, but people were still inside after the police and soldiers patrolled.

How long this curfew order will remain is unknown. Police and soldier patrols and lonely streets have become the new normal for the once vibrant community, especially at night.